Patient Information & Services

• All active A, B, J, Law and full-time MBA students at the University of Richmond are eligible for care at the Student Health Center.
• The Student Health Center is an appointment based clinic. Same day appointments are offered subject to availability.
• To schedule an appointment log onto your Student Health Portal or call 804-289-8064
• Students who arrive 10 or more minutes late to their appointment will be asked to reschedule.
• Appointment cancellations should be at least one hour prior to your scheduled appointment. Appointments may be cancelled through the Student Health Portal or by calling 804-289-8064.
• For students under the age of 18, consistent with Virginia law, parental consent is needed at the time of each visit.

Nurse advice for urgent medical concerns.

• Operating Hours: Call clinic to speak to a nurse
• After Hours: Students may call 804-289-8064 to be connected to an after-hours nurse advice line. The registered nurse will assess your concerns and direct you to the most appropriate care. Please note: the nurse advice line cannot assist with scheduling appointments or prescription refills.

The University of Richmond Student Health Center does not provide written excuses for students who miss class or assignments due to a short-term illness or an injury.  This policy is consistent with American College Health Association recommendations and the policies of our peer institutions.  It also reflects our commitment to teaching students how to use healthcare resources appropriately and supporting meaningful dialogue between students and faculty.  For the Student Health Centers full statement, please view Excuse Note. 

To view the University’s full policy, please visit the Registrar’s website.

If the health issue(s) prompting your visit to the Student Health Center has impacted your academic responsibilities, contact your professors and respective dean to discuss your concern.

Professional visits with a MD/NP or nurse incur no charge.  There are charges for laboratory tests, immunizations, and supplies for certain treatments.

All charges are billed to the student account. A statement of charges (walkout statement) is available through the Student Health Portal for insurance reimbursement purposes.  The Student Health Center does not bill insurance.

Student Health Insurance

The Department of Risk Management sponsors a student health insurance plan to ensure all students have access to adequate health insurance, for more information: Student Health Insurance Plan.

Log onto your Student Health Portal using your NetID and password to:

• Schedule an Appointment
• Cancel an Appointment
• Complete Forms
• Read secure messages from clinical staff
• Review lab results history
• Review visit summaries
• Upload medical records and test results
• View/print immunization history
• Access billing statements

NEVER send protected health information (PHI) through email

Vaccines administered by the Student Health Center

• Influenza
• MMR
• Tdap

Therapeutic Injections

• Injections will be by appointment only.
• The Therapeutic Injection Form must be completed and signed prior to receiving any injection at the Student Health Center. The Student Health Center does not offer allergy immunotherapy appointments.
• Completed and signed forms may be submitted through the Student Health Portal for review by our clinical staff.
• For more information, email healthcenter@richmond.edu

The Student Health Center cannot receive medications shipped to students, but will store medications that are under physician orders.

• Lab testing requires an appointment, call 804-289-8064
• Labs performed at the Student Health Center are processed through LabCorp
• The Student Health Center does not bill insurance
• A statement of charges is available through the Student Health Portal for insurance reimbursement purposes
• Students are notified of lab results via their Student Health Center portal.

A limited supply of thermometers, heating pads, and crutches are available for purchase for students being seen in Student Health for an appointment.

Sharps containers are provided to students at no charge and may be picked up at the Student Health Center. Containers must be properly closed when full. Full containers should be returned to the Student Health Center and exchanged for an empty container.

Student Health Center prices are updated yearly. For a complete list of pricing, click here.

The Student Health Center offers support, education and services related to sexual health in a confidential and sensitive manner. We offer advice by phone and through private appointments with our clinical staff. Our team provides consultations and prescriptions for a variety of contraceptive (birth control) methods and offers screenings and treatment for sexually transmitted infections.

Free Condom dispensers are located at the Safe Sex station next to the elevators on the second floor of the Health and Well-Being Center.

STI Testing: STI testing may be performed by the Student Health Center but there is cost. Student can contact Student Health Center for information on community resources. For further information, please review our services pricing guide. 

The Student Health Center offers quit kits, coaches, one-on-one appointments and information about nicotine products and cessation. 

Benefits of becoming a non-smoker include:

• Improve your chances for a longer life
• Look and feel healthier
• Feel more energetic
• Breathe easier and be able to exercise
• Save money
• Protect those around you who may be harmed by your smoking, especially if you are pregnant or around children

Preparation is very important for a safe travel experience. The Student Health Center provides resources for travel clinics in the area which assist with planning and vaccinations.

For more information, please visit our Travel Information page. 

Students in need of wound care services should contact the Student Health Center for a consult appointment with a provider.